Integrated Technology Support Degree Program

Credits: 3

Description: An introduction and overview of modern computer systems, software design, information systems, and related technologies. Topics include computer hardware, software, communications, introductory algorithm design, basic networking concepts, computer ethics, and various other timely topics from the fields of computer science and/or computer information systems.

Credits: 3

Description: An introduction to networking concepts and technologies. Students will be introduced to the theory and practice of networking computers and various other devices.

Credits: 3

Description: A study of software engineering approaches, tools, and methodologies. In addition, some coverage is provided regarding the structured approach to systems development through use of structured analysis methods within an established life cycle. Topics include: the systems development environment and life cycle, information gathering techniques, feasibility studies, cost/benefit analysis, software development alternatives, software selection techniques, modeling tools, data analysis methodologies, communication considerations and new system design.

Prerequisite: CIS 130 Introduction to Computer/Information Technology or 132 Principles of Computing and Information Systems

Credits: 3

Description: A study of database theory, design, and management through application development and implementation. Topics include: database planning and organization, common database models, normalization, the total DBMS concept, logical and physical model design, program database strategies control and recovery, security and integrity, query application, and advanced database topics. Emphasis is placed on application assignments that encompass topics/concepts presented in the course.

Prerequisite: CIS 130 Introduction to Computer Information Technology or 132 Principles of Computing and Information Systems, or CSC 150 Programming Fundamentals I

Credits: 3

Description: A study of computer hardware and operating systems. This course covers hardware components of a variety of types and explores both proprietary and open-source operating systems. Emphasis is placed on proper design and operation, troubleshooting, and basic management/maintenance of hardware and the operating systems that run on it.

Prerequisite: CIS 130 Introduction to Computer Information Technology or 132 Principles of Computing and Information Systems

Credits: 3

Description: A capstone course with emphasis on the management of information systems. Emphasis is placed on operational, tactical, and strategic issues related to information systems management. Consideration is given to traditional and emerging information systems issues and topics. Students will work with theoretical and practitioner literature from the information systems field in addressing several cases and/or projects and in preparing and delivering presentations.

Prerequisite: Completion of 90 credit hours

Credits: 3

Description: An introduction to modern programming and problem-solving methods using a high-level programming language. Emphasis on algorithm development, top-down design, and structured programming. Topics include data types, files, I/O operations, control structures, functions, arrays, strings, and records. Software documentation and testing will be included as an integral part of the course.

Credits: 3

Description: An introduction to the development and implementation of pages for the World Wide Web. Introductory use of web programming language(s) and web development tools will be introduced. This course will also address introductory-level development methodologies, layout, functionality, content creation, and basic content management.

Credits: 3

Description: An overview of the structure and design of an operating system – the software interface between the user and the hardware. Topics include process management, memory management, device management, file management, concurrency, distributed systems, and security.

Credits: 3

Description: A study of structured computer programming. Topics include: a computer language overview, the program development cycle, the structured programming concept, program documentation, language structure and syntax, and common language commands. Emphasis is placed on development of sequential, batch programs that generate reports. Input to output data transfer, editing, simple and comprehensive arithmetic statement application, single and compound condition testing, sort/merge techniques, single dimensional and multi-dimensional table concepts are some of the processes emphasized in the programs. This course also addresses other concepts in enterprise computing.

Prerequisite: CIS 130 Introduction to Computer/Information Technology or 132 Principles of Computing and Information Systems

Choose 6 hours from the following:

• BUS 142 Survey of Accounting (3 credits) – A course for non-business majors to study the role of accounting as an information development and communication function that supports economic decision-making. This restricted overview of accounting emphasizes development of knowledge and skills to perform basic financial analysis, derive financial information for personal or organizational decisions, and utilize information for better understanding of business, governmental, and other organizational entities.
   
• BUS 208 Business Communications (3 credits) – Development of critical communication skills used in business and industry. Emphasis on assisting Business students to become more effective and efficient writers. Includes instructions, reports, memos, and letters. Prerequisite: ENG 102 Composition Skills.
   
• BUS 260 Management Theory and Practice (3 credits) – Develops the management art and science of planning, organizing, actuating, and controlling through people to make ideas materialize within economic constraints of a business enterprise. Develops ability to construct policy, to make scientifically-sound decisions within that policy, and to establish ethical procedures to insure organized productive effort to intended objectives. Develops a management attitude, outlook, and ability.
   
• BUS 270 Principles of Marketing (3 credits) – This course facilitates students in conquering the essential concepts of product, price, promotion, distribution, segmentation, ethics, and social responsibility, while addressing the evolving digital and social media influences. The fundamentals will be stressed allowing for useful decision processes by managers while encouraging the development of the marketing specialist as one of the key decision makers in a firm. Marketing is critical to implementing strategy, gaining competitive advantages, and ensuring positive organizational results.
   
• BUS 366 Management Science (3 credits) – Application of quantitative and analytical approaches to management problems within a theoretical framework and behavioral background developed. Prerequisite: BUS 226 Business Statistics.
   
• BUS 408 Business Ethics (3 credits) – This course will examine theoretical structures that shape or influence Western thought and review specific professional codes of ethics relevant to business majors. Students will learn a decision-making framework for examining and articulating well-reasoned positions on ethical issues in business.
   
• BUS 418 Legal Environment of Business (3 credits) – This course focuses on public, administrative, and regulatory law, and the relationship of business to the legal structure. Topics include employee and consumer protection, environmental regulation, labor law, monopolies, price-fixing, and the regulation of domestic and international trade.
   
• CNA 346 Organizational Communications I (3 credits) – Explores the nature and function of communication in organizations. Emphasis on concepts, skills for effective management of communication, analysis, and evaluation of formal and informal patterns of communication in organizations.
   
• CNA 352 Organizational Presentations (3 credits) – Develop expertise, poise, and confidence in presenting professional informative, persuasive, deliberative, and epideictic speeches for public, private, or business organizations. Emphasis is placed on both theory and application of public speaking, speech criticism, and listening skills in culturally diverse business and professional settings. Students employ presentation software when delivering a variety of business presentations such as informative, after dinner, persuasive, sales advertising, and team speeches.
   
• CNA 426 Public Relations Through Social Media (3 credits) – An introduction to current systems and practices used in public relations to create and maintain internet-based interactive communications with customers and constituents. Students will create content hands-on and will be able to apply a conceptual framework including branding programs, integrated marketing communications, and other professional, legal, and ethical standards and practices. This course draws from the fields of public relations writing, photography, video production, and/or other types of multimedia content creation.

Credits: 3

Description: This course builds upon the material presented in CIS 171 and provides the students with additional networking theory. In addition, students will work in a variety of “hands-on” settings to apply the theory to modern computer networks and networking equipment.

Prerequisite: CIS 171 Networking I or instructor approval

Credits: 3

Description: A study of the processes, procedures, approaches, support mechanisms, communications flows, management tools, and technological tools used in supporting operational and tactical deployments of information technologies and systems in a variety of types of modern organizations. Emphasis is placed on the knowledge and skills needed by the support position employees working in the technological arena to support organizational activities and various categories and types of end-users of applications and information technologies.

Prerequisite: CIS 130 Introduction to Computer/Information Technology or 132 Principles of Computing and Information Systems

Credits: 3

Description: Emphasis is on providing breadth of knowledge in the organizational concepts and considerations surrounding the use of information systems technologies such as computer systems and communications systems. Topics include role of information systems in managerial functions, general systems theory, design and implementation of Management Information Systems (MIS), decision support systems, expert systems, and artificial intelligence.

Credits: 3

Description: This course addresses advanced topics in the study of computer hardware systems, including processors, memory, storage devices, display technologies, input technologies, output technologies, and various other hardware components and approaches. The course also covers embedded technologies commonly found within other types of dedicated devices and general-purpose devices.

Prerequisite: CIS 372 Computer Hardware and Operating Systems or instructor approval

Credits: 3

Description: This course provides an introduction to the management of projects. Emphasis is placed on both the technical aspects of the project management process and the management of the human behavioral/situational aspects of projects. The nature of projects is explored. The techniques and tools of project management are introduced. Operational, tactical, and strategic implications of project management approaches are considered. The use of current project management software is incorporated. Students are also provided with an understanding of the many environmental and behavioral issues surrounding project management, and approaches to dealing with these issues. Graduate students in these courses have additional requirements beyond those for the undergraduate students.

Credits: 3

Description: An introduction to the fundamental concepts of robotics and robotic programming. Students will work in teams to construct and test progressively more complex mobile robots. There is a possibility of participation in one or more robotics competitions. Basic concepts will be discussed, including coordinate transformations, sensors, path planning, stressing the importance of integrating sensors, effectors, and control.

Prerequisite: CSC 150 Programming Fundamentals I

Upper division committee-approved electives (3 credits) – For a complete listing of courses and their descriptions, view the course catalog.